Summary

  • Ubisoft is releasing a major Rainbow Six Siege (R6) update on June 10, titled Siege X, which will be available to existing owners and as free access to new players.
  • The update introduces a new mode, Dual Front, in which attacking and defending operators join forces; the mode allows players to respawn.
  • Other new features include improved rappel navigation, allowing players to run and turn corners whilst rappelling, and a new weapon inspect feature.
  • Ubisoft has developed new technology to combat toxic behaviour in the game, and implemented rewards for positive gameplay.
  • The update also coincides with the launch of Operation Daybreak, the second season of Year 10, which includes updates to various operators, including Clash.
  • Players on PC can trial the test server version of Siege X from May 20 to June 9.
  • Further updates for Siege X include seasonal changes, with three more modernised maps due to arrive in Season 3, alongside a new defender operator and weapon.
  • Season 4 will mark the game’s 10-year anniversary with a special event and a new attacker operator and weapon.

By Dean Takahashi

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